Cocktails that pair with

Octopus Stew

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Boulevardier

Classic & stirred

Bourbon, Campari, sweet vermouth. The whiskey Negroni — richer, less bitter.

Why it works with Octopus Stew

Deep, dark, malt-or-oak-driven pours echo slow-cooked beef and dark-sauced richness.

Gin & Tonic

Vodka & gin

Botanical, refreshing, endlessly flexible.

Why it works with Octopus Stew

Smoky or dry-herbal pours match the char on grilled cephalopods and bring out marine sweetness.

Hugo Spritz

Aperitivo & low-ABV

Elderflower liqueur, Prosecco, mint, soda. The Negronis softer cousin.

Why it works with Octopus Stew

Smoky or dry-herbal pours match the char on grilled cephalopods and bring out marine sweetness.

Manhattan

Classic & stirred

Rye, sweet vermouth, bitters, brandied cherry. The quintessential brown-spirit cocktail.

Why it works with Octopus Stew

Deep, dark, malt-or-oak-driven pours echo slow-cooked beef and dark-sauced richness.

Negroni

Vodka & gin

Bittersweet, herbal, the aperitivo standard.

Why it works with Octopus Stew

Smoky or dry-herbal pours match the char on grilled cephalopods and bring out marine sweetness.

Old Fashioned

Bourbon & American whiskey

Bourbon or rye, sugar, bitters, orange.

Why it works with Octopus Stew

Deep, dark, malt-or-oak-driven pours echo slow-cooked beef and dark-sauced richness.